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FSU Institute for Successful Longevity Hosts Dr. George Demiris for the Fall Lecture Series Event

The Institute for Successful Longevity (ISL) at Florida State University has gladly hosted a visit from Dr. George Demiris from University of Pennsylvania for the Fall Lecture Series events.

ISL Affiliate Dr. Ravi Nagpal receives three nutrition research grants to advance diet-microbiome research

The Institute for Successful Longevity (ISL) at Florida State University is proud to announce that Dr. Ravi Nagpal, Assistant Professor in the Department of Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences, has been awarded three nutrition research grants to establish and advance his research program focused on the role of diet-microbiome interactions in human health and disease.

ISL Engages the Community at FSU Health Expo with Cutting-Edge Aging Research

The Institute for Successful Longevity (ISL) made a strong presence at the FSU Health Expo held on September 11, 2024, at the Tallahassee Senior Center. The Expo, which brought together Florida State University, the Tallahassee Senior Center, L3X, UPSLIDE, and numerous community partners, provided a vibrant platform for attendees to engage with FSU's innovative research initiatives in health, technology, and aging.

ISL Interim Director Zhe He Secures Three Major NIH Grants to Advance HIV Prevention, AI Training, and Aging Research

The Institute for Successful Longevity (ISL) at Florida State University is proud to announce that Dr. Zhe He, Associate Professor in the School of Information and Interim Director of ISL, has been awarded three significant grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). These grants will advance public health research, AI training for biomedical researchers, and aging research.

Join Us for the 2024 Fall ISL Lectures Series Featuring Dr. George Demiris

FSU Institute for Successful Longevity is thrilled to invite you to attend a series of events in 2024 Fall ISL Lectures Series with our distinguished guest, Dr. George Demiris, a world leading expert in aging and technologies from University of Pennsylvania. The events will be held on October 9 at Tallahassee Senior Center and FSU main campus. 

ISL Hosts a Booth at the 15th annual Lifelong Learning Extravaganza (L3X)

Fall in Tallahassee ushers in a season of learning, including for active adults. As part of the Tallahassee Senior Center’s 15th annual Lifelong Learning Extravaganza (L3X), the Institute for Successful Longevity (ISL) at Florida State University proudly presented a booth at the preview event to engage with the community and share the latest advancements in aging research.

ISL organizes a special issue on "Smart Medicine for Older Adults" in Healthcare (IF: 2.4)

Dear ISL affiliates,

The Institute for Successful Longevity at Florida State University, in collaboration with Healthcare, is pleased to announce a Special Issue on “Smart Medicine for Older Adults” in Healthcare (IF: 2.4).

Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Neil Charness: Founding Director of the FSU Institute for Successful Longevity

Dear ISL friends and colleagues,

It is with deep appreciation and admiration that we celebrate the retirement of Dr. Neil Charness, the Founding Director of the FSU Institute for Successful Longevity. Dr. Charness has been an integral part of our community, dedicating his career to advancing interdisciplinary aging research and improving the lives of older adults through innovative approaches.

2024 ISL Planning Grant Winners

The Institute for Successful Longevity has awarded 2024 ISL Planning Grants to ISL’s Affiliate faculty members, Dr. Fengfeng Ke, Dr. Joseph Watso of the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences, and Dr. Qing-Xiang Sang of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Dr. Ke will be working alongside Co-PI Dr. Xin Yuan of the Department of Computer Science. Dr. Wasto will work with Co-PI Dr. Kyle Smith of the College of College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences. Dr. Sang will work with Co-PI Dr. Yi Zhou of the College of Medicine.